Food Data and Nutrition Intern

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Not every company has the opportunity to impact the lives of millions, we do. We are a global wellness technology company inspiring millions of people to adopt healthy habits for real life. We do this through engaging digital experiences, face-to-face workshops and sustainable programs that encourage people to move more, shift their mindset and eat healthier while enjoying the foods they love. By drawing on over five decades of experience and expertise in behavioral science, we build communities in order to deliver wellness for all.

The Food Database team is currently seeking a nutrition intern who can leverage his or her education and experience with reading and reviewing nutrition labels, knowledge of food types and ingredients in a food data environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Ensure food and nutrition data quality for grocery store products, restaurant foods and USDA generics by reviewing and editing new and updated food details.
  • Learn and apply Program rules for tagging, adjusting, and categorizing foods based on food-type and nutrient composition.
  • Apply extreme attention to detail to ensure accuracy of data from our various 3rd party sources as well as food ingredient details developed by other members of the Food Database team.
  • Assist in building the Food Database volume using a variety of sources with emphasis on improving the scan rate of our barcode scanner. Demonstrate creativity and resourcefulness in finding product information when not readily available.

Skills and Requirements:

  • Enrollment in a BS Degree in nutrition and/or food studies
  • Must be familiar with local, regional and national food products and restaurant chains in the United States.
  • Must be comfortable with Microsoft Excel and data entry.
  • Must have exceptional attention to detail.
  • Familiarity with WW program, a plus.
  • Must be attending an accredited university
  • Completed 3 or more courses in your major
  • Cumulative GPA in your major of 3.0 or higher

WW is an equal opportunity employer. WW does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, creed, national origin, marital status, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.

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